After a summer filled with trade rumors and contract speculation, the Marco Rossi saga in Minnesota has reached its conclusion. Fresh off a breakout season, Rossi was looking to cash in on a major payday, but the Wild balked at handing out a massive long-term commitment.
The 23-year-old center was electric last year, potting 24 goals and racking up 60 points in 82 games. Despite that stellar production, persistent concerns about his size gave the front office pause. While trade chatter swirled, the most logical outcome always felt like a bridge deal.
Today, the standoff ended as the Wild officially locked up their young forward with a three-year commitment.